Tufts Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

www.tuftsmedicine.org

4.9 out of 5

1,240 verified ratings

1,240 Ratings, 258 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview

Patients express strong trust and gratitude toward Tufts Gastroenterology clinicians, highlighting compassion, clear explanations, and thorough expertise—especially for chronic GI conditions (IBD, IBS) and stoma care. Many followed specific clinicians across practices, praised surgical care, and noted attentive, personalized bedside manner. Common themes are exceptional clinician empathy, excellent communication, clinical competence, and long-term relationships. A few comments suggest minor gaps in proactively inviting patient questions.

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This AI summary is automatically generated from published patient reviews. It highlights common themes from the reviews, but as with all AI-generated content, there may be errors. Please exercise caution and refer to the original reviews for full context.

Nov 27, 2025
Sonia Friedman, MD
Excellent physician

Nov 23, 2025
Sonia Friedman, MD
She is an incredible physician. She is not only compassionate but she is extremely knowledgeable and has a wonderful bedside manner. She listens to your concerns and reassures you that she will find out what is causing your issues.

Nov 23, 2025
Wanda Blanton, MD
Smart, friendly, caring

Nov 22, 2025
Joshua Abrahams, NP
Very knowledgeable yet straightforward when explaining things.

Nov 19, 2025
Erik Holzwanger, MD, ABOM-D
Dr. Holzwanger has treated me with respect from the first day I became his patient. He has consistently put my mind at ease and always tries to make the experience with him a good one. He is an asset in the doctor field and continuously gives back. I am very happy to have him on my side.

Nov 18, 2025
Thomas Schnelldorfer, MD, PhD
Explained everything so I could understand it easily, very knowledgeable

Nov 18, 2025
Sonia Friedman, MD
She is thoughtful and caring towards her patients

Nov 17, 2025
Erik Holzwanger, MD, ABOM-D
He was kind, human and able to manage the virtual connection despite problems with audio so as to not disrupt or impair the appointment.

Nov 17, 2025
Thomas Schnelldorfer, MD, PhD
He was clear and listened to everything I had to say. He explained everything clearly. It was my first time there. I was extremely happy.

Nov 15, 2025
Lori Olans, MD, MPH
there’s no one better than her. She always follows up, I never fall through the cracks. She is extremely thorough at every visit. She consult with other doctors about other issues. I may be having for example hematology.

Nov 14, 2025
Amanda Cimsit, MD
Very professional!

Nov 14, 2025
Lori Olans, MD, MPH
Dr. Olans is a great doctor. I would definately recommend her always !

Nov 13, 2025
Christopher Leung, MD
I strongly recommend Dr. Leung for the professional care he provides.

Nov 13, 2025
Lori Olans, MD, MPH
I always tell people to call firvdt Olans as she is wonderful!

Nov 10, 2025
Christopher Leung, MD
Pleasant, professional and cared about my issues

Nov 10, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
Dr. Jana Simmonds is phenomenal I tell the world how fantastic the medical care I received and continue to receive

Nov 9, 2025
Joshua Abrahams, NP
A very positive visit

Nov 9, 2025
Wanda Blanton, MD
Wonderful doctor

Nov 6, 2025
Lori Olans, MD, MPH
She's great.

Nov 3, 2025
Raffi Karagozian, MD
Very informative and flexible.

Nov 2, 2025
Christopher Leung, MD
Dr. Leung is incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and pragmatic.

Oct 31, 2025
Christopher Leung, MD
Dr Leung is kind, compassionate, and super competent. Excellent doctor.

Oct 31, 2025
Raffi Karagozian, MD
Very clear and honest

Oct 30, 2025
Venkata Ravi Satyam, MD
Dr. Satyam is a wonderful asset to the hospital.

Oct 28, 2025
Christopher Leung, MD
My case is complex and Dr. Leung is very thoughtful and patient in considering how to proceed.

Oct 24, 2025
Amanda Cimsit, MD
I appreciate the care and look forward to any follow up appointments I may need in the future.

Oct 20, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
Professional and kind

Oct 19, 2025
Sushrut Jangi, MD
Good!

Oct 19, 2025
Raffi Karagozian, MD
Nothing Concerning At The Moment For Now. The Clinician Is Fine As I Can See.

Oct 17, 2025
Wanda Blanton, MD
Love dr Blanton wouldn't change her in the world ❤️

Oct 16, 2025
Lori Olans, MD, MPH
I feel very, very lucky to be in the care of Dr. Olans.

Oct 15, 2025
Amanda Cimsit, MD
Very caring

Oct 15, 2025
Sushrut Jangi, MD
First time visit with this Dr. went very well I, feel

Oct 14, 2025
Amanda Cimsit, MD
she was wonderful in every way

Oct 13, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
The Doctor was very personable and listened to me and answered my questions.

Oct 13, 2025
Wanda Blanton, MD
No issue everything was fine

Oct 12, 2025
Wanda Blanton, MD
I have already recommend Dr Blanton to a friend & also my sister.

Oct 10, 2025
Thomas Schnelldorfer, MD, PhD
Dr Schnelldorfer's diagnosis was a second opinion. It made more sense and he offered treatment for symptomatic relief that a prior team had not. I feel he's the best at what he does. He's precise without seeming. Harsh or disconnected. Everything is want in a surgeon.

Oct 10, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
We love Jana Simonds!

Oct 9, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
Very good clinician

Oct 9, 2025
Lauren Gaffny, PA
Lauren Gaffney is a wonderful kind patient and understanding clinician. I love meeting with her and always feel better when I do. I am very fortunate to have her as part of my team at Tufts.

Oct 8, 2025
Christopher Leung, MD
He took his time with me. Answered my questions without rushing me.

Oct 7, 2025
Amanda Cimsit, MD
Very warm and friendly. Courteous and respectful.

Oct 7, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
very knowledgeable and kind...

Oct 7, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
Doctor is wonderful and friendly.

Oct 7, 2025
Erik Holzwanger, MD, ABOM-D
Very attentive and empathetic.

Oct 7, 2025
Lilian Chen, MD
Always available when needed, always treats me with extreme kindness and understanding

Oct 3, 2025
Jana Simonds, MD
Perfect

Oct 2, 2025
Venkata Ravi Satyam, MD
Very friendly, very professional

Oct 1, 2025
Joshua Abrahams, NP
He was good!